The Indian government has extended the duty-free import permit for yellow peas until the end of the year. This decision aims to ensure stable supplies and maintain a balance between consumer and local producer interests. The permit applies to batches of legumes with bill of lading issued by December 31. This is an extension of a previous duty-free supply allowance that was in effect from December last year until March of this year, and later extended until October 31. Russia is one of the top three largest exporters of yellow peas to India, with two million tons imported in the first half of this year.